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Weekly tests dropped for unvaccinated state employees in MN

July 20, 2022

KVRR Staff,

MINNESOTA (AP) – Minnesota state government employees who are unvaccinated for COVID-19 are no longer required to take weekly tests for the virus in order to stay in the workplace. The requirement that went into effect in September 2021 meant thousands of employees took tests each week. Those that didn’t comply were subjected to suspensions or other discipline. Minnesota Management…

1 Million Pound Food Distribution Shortfall Projected at Great Plains Food Bank

Great Plains Food Bank will have its biggest food budget in its 39 year history.

July 19, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- They’re hoping it helps address their projections of a one million pound distribution shortfall this fiscal year from last. Great Plains’ budget for food for the fiscal year is two point two million dollars. It’s twice the amount the nonprofit paid for it last year. It comes at a crucial time where leaders of the organization say…

Minnesota Female Pilot Makes History With The Blue Angels

July 19, 2022

TJ Nelson,

A Minnesota native becomes the first ever female pilot to fly with the Blue Angels. Lt. Amanda Lee of Mounds View, Minnesota will join the team of pilots for the 2023 air show season. She will need to complete an intensive five-month training program with the other new members of the team. While Lee is the first female fighter jet…

Missing Vulnerable Adult Could Be Armed in Beltrami County

July 19, 2022

KVRR Staff,

BELTRAMI CO., Minn. (KVRR) — Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office says 21-year-old Logan Roy left his home yesterday, possibly armed, and could be a danger to himself. Roy is a vulnerable adult who often goes for a walk to calm down after experiencing a mental health crisis. He lives about 30 miles north of Bemidji. His family said they began receiving…

Rep. Omar arrested during abortion rights protest outside Supreme Court

July 19, 2022

KVRR Staff,

Rep. Ilhan OmarWASHINGTON (FOX 9) – Rep. Ilhan Omar was arrested at a protest outside the Supreme Court today, according to a staff spokesperson. Omar’s staff said she planned to partake in the protests about the overturning of Roe v. Wade, calling it an act of civil disobedience. Other lawmakers joined Omar at the protest, but additional details about arrests…

Minnesota edible businesses riding high thanks to new THC law

July 19, 2022

KVRR Staff,

CANNON FALLS, Minn. (Fox 9) – Since the day you could legally get stoned in Minnesota, Zach Rohr’s small edibles business has been riding its own high. “Our phone literally rang from July 1 to the end of the July fourth weekend. It just wouldn’t stop,” said Minny Grown CEO Zach Rohr. “People really want this product.” Within hours of…

Moorhead railroad underpass to open to traffic on Friday

City leaders hold a ribbon cutting and party to celebrate the near completion of the project

July 18, 2022

Site Staff,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – After decades of planning and five years of construction, the new underpass in Moorhead will open to traffic on Friday. We spoke to city officials and one business owner hoping for a return to normal in the area. The ribbon is cut on the new $51 million railroad underpass at Main and 20th and 21st Streets…

EMS on alert for heat related illnesses

Medical officials are on alert for heat related illness especially with people working outside for long periods of time.

July 18, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)-They say typically if it’s just one hot day they see less heat trauma but that can change when there is a heat wave over multiple days. Symptoms of heat fatigue can be confusion, slurred speech, profuse sweating, nausea, vomiting, cramping and headaches. To avoid these symptoms it’s wise to stay hydrated and near air conditioning. “We’re looking…

MN National Guard welcomes first Jewish chaplain

July 18, 2022

KVRR Staff,

ST. PAUL – The Minnesota National Guard is welcoming its first Jewish religious leader. Rabbi Frederick Kamil was sworn in during a ceremony Saturday on the steps of the State Capitol. He moved to Minnesota last year from Detroit and says he’s always wanted to join the military. State Chaplain Colonel Buddy Winn says adding Rabbi Kamil to the chaplaincy…

Celebrating National Ice Cream Day at Kone’s Kreamery

You may want to cool down in that summer sun with a cold treat.

July 17, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- It’s National Ice Cream Day! Kone’s Kreamery in Fargo is one ice cream shop that celebrates yearly, and they have a special buy one scoop get one free special. According to NationalDay.com Americans eat more ice cream than any other country in the world. The average American eats around 4 gallons of ice cream each year. “For…